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50 crochet flower patterns and what to do with them

From learning how to crochet a flower to free crochet flower patterns, we've got loads of bloomin' marvellous floral crochet makes!

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Published: March 28, 2024 at 9:00 am

Crochet flowers need not explain themselves. We know they're beautiful, versatile and look pretty darn glam as wedding bouquets. So the next time someone asks you why you'd want to make a crochet flower, send them a link to this post – our list is all the justification you'll need.

Not only have we found 50 crochet flower patterns for you to try (including plenty of free crochet flower patterns), but we've also included a section of projects to make with crochet flowers.

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If you're looking for more crochet inspirations, why not have a browse at the rest of our free crochet patterns, and if you're new to crochet you can find loads of helpful advice and tutorials in our crochet guide for beginners.


Free crochet flower patterns

How to crochet a flower

How to make a crochet flower

Want to learn the basics of how to crochet a flower?

The lovely Carmen Heffernan shows you how to crochet a flower in our handy tutorial so you can make colourful crochet flowers just in time for spring, with two different sized patterns to try!


Spring crochet daffodil pattern

Free Crochet Daffodil Pattern

Is there any more cheery a flower to crochet than the daffodil?

Luckily we've got a Free daffodil crochet pattern for you to get stuck into tonight to hook up instant Spring cheer - it's the perfect pattern to celebrate the changing of the seasons!


Free crochet corsage pattern

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Why not make yourself something special while also enjoying a fun crochet project at the same time.

This free crochet corsage pattern by Emma Lamb features loads of fun stitch and colour combinations, and looks bloomin' fantastic - it's a free crochet flower pattern that you'll just love hooking from start to finish!


How to crochet a rose

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Roses are red... and also several shades of pink, white and sometimes yellow.

With our How to crochet a rose step-by-step tutorial you'll be able to crochet your own bunch of blooms in no time!

Crochet roses may look complicated, but they're actually one of the simpler free crochet flower patterns thanks to the clever construction!


Hook up a summer posy

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Our sweet crochet bouquet pattern includes loads of free crochet flower patterns to make a collection of different flowers, from Dogwood to Clematis and Forget-me-knots.

Find the full set of free flower crochet patterns in our free crochet flower bouquet pattern


Appliqué crochet flowers

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Fancy adding some appliqué flowers to your favourite garments? Well, we've got free patterns for the two crochet flowers marked out above (hurrah!). Make several of both for a knock-out spring floral display.

Head to our free British blooms crochet flower patterns to get started.


Make a beautiful crochet flower brooch

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If you're looking for crochet flowers that would make a lovely gift, then look no further than our beautiful free flower brooch crochet pattern.

Complete with layered petals and leaves that add that finishing touch, it's a versatile brooch that will go with a range of outfits.


Crochet a poinsettia

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Ok so we're a bit early for Christmas but with this Free Christmas poinsettia crochet pattern you can get ahead and whip up a batch of these festive free crochet flower patterns to get ready for the holiday season!


Make your own Remembrance poppy

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As well as being a beautiful wildflower with a bright and bold splash of colour, poppies are also worn on Remembrance day. Our free crochet poppy pattern is a quick but interesting project that can easily be made into a brooch to show your respect.

the free knitted poppy pattern is worked in red yarn with a black button at its centre

Perfect poppies

Make your own Remembrance brooch with our free knitted poppy pattern.


Try a terrific tulip

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You don't have to head over to the Netherlands to experience the beauty of tulips, not when you can make your own with our free tulip crochet pattern.

It makes a fantastic spring brooch, but is easy to adapt if you'd like a longer stem so you can display it in a vase.


Free potted flower bouquet pattern

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Here's a pattern that would make a fabulous gift. This free potted flower bouquet pattern not only features our choice of a selection of beautiful blooms, but also a crochet pot to keep them in too!


Make a home arrangement with crochet lavender

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Lavender has got to be one of our favourite plants, we love the scent as you walk past them. Although they're maybe not a common crochet flower pattern, these ones by PippaPatternsCrochet are almost as good as the real thing!

Find the Lavender Crochet Flower Pattern on Etsy.


Realistic crochet rose pattern

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If you want your crochet flowers to be super-realistic, then check out this amazing crochet flower pattern by Happy Patty Crochet.

This is definitely a crochet flower pattern that is for the more experienced crocheter, but if you've got the skills then you should definitely give it a go - we'll be ever so impressed!

Find the crochet rose flower pattern on Etsy.


Free crochet pansy pattern

Crochet pansie flower pattern

If we had to pick a favourite flower (after peonies) we'd probably choose pansies.

This free crochet pansy pattern by Little Monkey's Crochet is particularly impressive, with their perfectly formed petals and embellishments making it one of our favourite free patterns!


Free five petal crochet flower pattern

Five petal crochet flower pattern

Crochet a selection from this free five petal crochet flower pattern by One Dog Woof and then scatter them round your home to bring a touch of spring indoors.


Crochet daisies

Crochet daisies pattern

We're going to make these crochet flowers, add some stems and create our own crochet daisy chain.

Want to join us? Well then you can learn how to crochet daisies with free crochet flower pattern and tutorial from Caught on a Whim.


A crocheted sunflower

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Bring a bit of sunshine indoors with your own mini crochet sunflower. Get the crochet sunflower pattern here.


Crochet rose with pom pom leaves (clever!)

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Notice anything different about this free crochet rose flower pattern? Their leaves are made with pom pom trim. Good shout, Mama In Stitch.


Popcorn stitch crochet flower brooch

Popcorn stitch flower brooch

Little Doolally created this nifty Mothers day crochet flower brooch pattern, but we reckon these crochet flowers are just as good at any time of the year.

We might crochet one to wear as a brooch and make some more to hang in a garland (we like the look of the below).


Crochet cacti (with flowers)

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Can't choose your fave? Us neither, so we're going to make them all.

This Cactus crochet patterns collection by Planet June features 8 realistic looking cacti which you can either combine together as an arrangement in a single pot or make individually!

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Have fun with fungi

They may not be plants, but nature-lovers will love these free crochet mushroom patterns just as much as pretty flowers!


Blooming spring flower crochet pattern

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Another freebie, and this time from Rescued Paw Designs. What we really love about this free crochet flower pattern is its delicate petals and calming shades of blue and turquoise.


Crochet plumeria flower pattern

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You could be forgiven for thinking that this plumeria crochet flower pattern was a real flower - but they're not, which is great as it means we've finally got a houseplant that we can't kill. Huzzah.


unisian crochet leaf and flower

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We're big fans of this unusual Free Tunisian crochet leaf pattern, which focuses on leaves, with flowers added on for good measure.


Delicate crochet flowers

Delicate crochet flowers
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There's something strangely mesmerising about these free crochet flower patterns by Maria Manuel - we just can't stop staring at them, and can't decide which of those fab colour combinations we love the most!


Crochet Tulips flower pattern

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This Crochet Tulip Flower Pattern by HappyPattyCrochet will take your crochet flowers to the next level! They're so realistic, you'll need to keep going in for a closer look!


Make a bouquet of sunflowers

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If you want to take your crochet sunflowers to the next level, then you'll love this pattern from PippaPatternsCrochet.

We love the different styles that can be achieved with different colour combinations! Get the crochet sunflowers pattern here.

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Purl some petals

If you're someone who enjoys to knit as well as crochet, give our free knitted flower patterns a try too!


Projects to make with crochet flowers

Crochet flowers are fun to make and are great for learning a variety of crochet techniques – but what do you do with all those beautiful blooms? Here's a range of inspiring crochet flower projects for you to try!

Pretty crochet flower paper clips

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Paperclips - they're useful but a teeny bit boring. Well, not anymore. This super easy free crochet flower pattern from Petals to Picots shows you how to whip up some crochet flowers to add to your clips and give everyone serious stationery envy.

Bonus: she's got a tutorial for crochet flower push pins as well, so you can use the free crochet flower pattern to tidy up your noticeboard too.


Mini crochet flower earrings

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Sweeeeet! These mini crochet flower earrings are the ideal gift for a gal pal you want to treat.

Make them with this free crochet flower earrings pattern from idea ivana and present them on a piece of yarn-trimmed bright card for I-can't-believe-you-made-them amazement.


Crochet flower and bead necklace

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Heart eyes, all the heart eyes!! We've fallen hard for this crochet flower necklace, with its bright florals and luminous pearl beads. We're crafting it as we speak. Want to join our fan club?

Get the free crochet flower necklace pattern from Created in AWE and give it a go yourself.


Free flower headband crochet pattern

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If you want to unleash your inner flower-child, then this free flower headband crochet pattern by Becky Garrat is perfect for you.

With dainty little roses and delicate leaves, it's one of our easier free crochet flower patterns that even beginners can try - Groovy!


Free crochet flower bunting pattern

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Brighten up any room of your home with these quick-to-hook crochet flowers – find the free crochet flower bunting pattern here.

P.S. If buntings not really your thing, these free crochet flower patterns would also make some cool coasters!


Seasonal wreath crochet patterns

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If you want a crochet wreath suitable for every time of year, then why not hook up the Seasonal wreath crochet patterns by Kate Eastwood.

With 4 wreaths made up of crochet flowers from each season, your front door will always look on trend!


Wedding bouquet made of crochet flowers

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Planning flowers for your big day? Go crafty and crochet this free crochet flower wedding bouquet pattern to really wow your guests.

Warning: You probably won't want to throw it when you can keep this crochet flower bouquet for yourself instead.


Frida flower crown crochet pattern

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If you want to channel your inner artist and give a bit of Frida Kahlo style to your crochet, then you'll love this amazing Frida Flower crown crochet pattern by Alia Bland.

Perfect for parties and festivals!


Free crochet flower coaster pattern

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Don't just plonk your cuppa anywhere, use this free crochet flower coasters pattern to add some crochet style to your morning coffee.

Although these crochet flowers almost seem too pretty to cover up!


Crochet a flower-covered bucket hat

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Bucket hats are all the rage come summer-time, but who wants a plain one when you can adorn yours with fabulous crochet flowers! Find the free crochet bucket hat pattern on Gathered.


Free rose purse crochet pattern

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Once you know how to crochet a rose, why not use your skills to make this free crochet rose purse pattern from Mama In A Stitch and feel every so slightly smug when out swinging it from your arm.


Make a spring wreath

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What better way to see in spring than with a crochet flower wreath, and no matter how harsh the winter has been you can always have the freshest blooms thanks to this free spring crochet wreath pattern from Yarnspirations.


Keep your change in a flower coin purse

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If you're looking to create something practical with your crochet flowers, you can't go wrong with this free crochet coin purse pattern. The popcorn stitch helps to make that central six-petalled flower ever-so-touchable!


Crochet flowers blanket

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If you want to hook up an epic floral project, then give this flower shower baby blanket crochet pattern by Kirsten Ballering a go! Hooked up in gorgeous Scheepjes yarn and with a ton of beautiful rainbow crochet flowers, baby is certainly in for a treat!


Free girls crochet flower collar

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Treat your favourite little love with this free crochet flower collar pattern from Simply Tale. Keep it simple or add extra crochet flowers if you fancy, plus there's a matching free crochet slippers pattern too!


Free crochet flower necklace pattern

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Make this delicate free white flower crochet necklace pattern, complete with leaves and a sweet button centre, then wear it to add a touch of greenery to your outfit.


Free flower baby booties

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Encourage your little one to get into the joy of botany early with this adorable free flower crochet baby booties pattern on Gathered

Different coloured flower heads all packed together to make a flower wall

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Whether you're using real or crochet flowers, learn how to make a flower wall and make a real feature of those beautiful blooms.


Little doily flower corsage crochet pattern

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You could crochet this free little doily crochet flower pattern for a wedding, or just make them to pin to your outfit every day.

After all, why save your best makes for special occasions when you can admire them all the time?


TCrochet a flower card

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Could this be any prettier? We think not. If you fancy making your own you can get the free crochet mothers day card pattern which also includes step-by-step construction photos from She Knows.

Send it to some of your pals to give them extra happy post.


Free floral crochet headband pattern

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We love this pretty free crochet flower headband pattern from Make & Do Crew.

And the best part? You can make it for babies, toddlers, children or adults so you can get everyone in on the action and be the family that matches.


Free flower crochet pillow

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What could be better than snuggling down into a handmade crochet pillow? We'll have this free crochet flower cushion pattern from the Wolletjes Shop. Chill time just got a whole lot prettier.


Here comes the sun(glasses case)

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Summer's still a way off but that doesn't mean we can't start preparing for warmer months.

Our craft project of choice? Use this bright Free crochet sunglasses case pattern to store your shades in for the beach. We might even just make one now and pop our glasses in instead.


Combine crochet and embroidery in a cute necklace

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This pattern by Kate Bruning is perfect for those of you who love to multi-craft! This necklace combines pretty crochet flowers and stunning embroidered details, all delivered in a photo-rich step-by-step tutorial! Click here for the embroidered crochet necklace pattern.


The neverending wildflower granny square

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We're always looking for new ideas for granny squares so were as pleased as the proverbial punch when we came across this. Get the free wildflower granny square crochet pattern from Little Monkey's Crochet.

Dried pressed flowers

Perfect pressing

Want to remember your home-grown flowers forever? Then check out our guide on how to press flowers.


Hook up a whole garden of crochet flowers

They're quick to make, beautiful to look at, and they never need watering – flowers may be one of our favourite crochet projects!

Bring the outdoors in with one of these green-fingered makes. Whether it's a bunch of spring daffodils or a Christmas poinsettia, they'll bring joy to your home all year long.

Marvellous mini makes from Gathered

If you love making flowers, we've got plenty more small crochet projects for you to try, from speedy shapes to amazing accessories!

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